12 Best Portable Showers of 2023 | For Camping

The Ivation Portable Camping Shower is a rechargeable unit with a built-in pump, so there is no need to rely on gravity to get the work done.

This camp shower is durable and packable. Plus, you don’t have to stress over a bag’s capacity for water supply. As long as you can refill your bucket, your post-hike rinse or wash after beach fun will be a relaxing experience.

Handheld or hands-free, both are possible with the classic showerhead and long hose. It’s a robust camp shower ready to serve you while camping, traveling cross-country on a van, or washing the dishes.

It’s not the best of the rest. But for those who find it valuable, it’s a worthwhile investment.

To help you check it from every angle, here’s a closer look at the Ivation Portable Camping Shower.

There are many gravity-powered outdoor showers on the market. They all have different features to offer. However, not all of them have a consistent water flow or pressure.

The Advanced Elements 5.0 Gallon Summer Shower is one of the exemptions, offering consistent water pressure even when the bag is almost empty. This is a popular item for this reason and because of the price.

Our testing found this one to compare very positively against a lot of other alternatives.

Coleman is known for being a reliable brand when it comes to outdoor camping gear and this solar-powered portable shower is no exception. 

This is a simple yet efficient sun-heated shower bag ideal for camping trips, music festivals, and other outdoor activities. 

It’s made with a heat-locking material for improved sunlight absorption, it can hold up to 5 gallons of water, which should be enough for multiple showers, and it comes with a short hose and a compact showerhead as well as a handle for convenient hanging and carrying. Portability is quite impressive.

Treat yourself to a warm shower outdoors without breaking the bank with RISEPRO 20L Solar Portable Shower.

It’s a lightweight, gravity-reliant, and sun-dependent model. Enjoy the basic features you need for a relaxing wash. It’s a convenient add-on to your camping adventure in the woods or your overnight stay at the summit.

This portable shower from RISEPRO is will hold five gallons of water. That’s roughly a 4-5 minutes of nonstop stream. And price-wise, you might find it an interesting option if you’re short on budget. The low price lends itself to suspicion, so we tested it.

We took this outdoor shower for a camping trip to see if it’s worth the tag, and here’s our verdict.

If all you want is a simple way to wash off the dirt at the end of a long trail, get the sand off your body after a day’s surfing, or even do your dishes while at camp, the Simple Shower portable shower will get the job done!

Simply screw the spout onto a water-filled bottle, turn it upside down, and let gravity take over. If you want a hot shower, you can either leave your bottle in the sun to heat up or fill it with warm water. 

The Simple Shower is compatible with most 1 or 2-liter bottles, including Platypus Collapsible Bottles and Bladders. 

Please Note: Bottle is not included. Use your own.

Another statement from one of the most respected outdoor brands today- the Sea to Summit Pocket Shower.

It’s so lightweight and compact that it can actually fit in your pocket. It makes this gravity shower highly suitable for every type of camping enthusiast.

The packable solution for those who want to enjoy a good wash without carrying additional weight. Its black fabric absorbs solar energy from the sun during the day, for 5-7 minutes of warm water for a shower while camping. Bonus, it doubles as a dry bag! 

It may not be the best of the bunch. But it might be a valuable addition to your collection for avid Sea to Summit fans out there. This camp shower is worth checking out if you’re willing to fork out beyond the budget-friendly range.

With its excellent build and ease of use, Sea to Summit Pocket is a quality portable shower you can rely on.

Keep yourself clean and refreshed on your next adventure with NEMO’s Helio Pressure Shower.

Unlike many outdoor portable showers, Helio doesn’t require a power source or gravity to work its magic. Instead, it features a quick and easy system to pressurize a 2.9-gallon tank using a foot pump, with a 7’ neoprene hose. When pressurized, this camping shower can stay fully pressurized and provide you with 5-7 minutes of continuous spray. 

The black tank is made with a combination of polyurethane-coated polyester and thermoplastic urethane. Set it in the sun to warm up gradually or fill it directly with hot water for a warm shower this elementary solar shower combines rustique with comfort.

Give yourself a hot shower anywhere you go with the Geyser System Portable Hot Shower.

This 12-volt-powered off-grid shower comes with a small water reservoir, a hose, and a sponge attached to it. Because the water is delivered through the sponge, this allows you to simultaneously scrub, rinse, and save water. One gallon of water will last you for about 7 minutes.

It features an internal heating system that heats water to 95°F in 15-45 minutes. The intuitive LED dashboard will let you know when the water is hot and ready to use. 

Another version, the little brother, works by pouring heated water into the reservoir, conserving battery banks when camping.

Other useful features of this portable shower include a control valve for choosing your water flow rate, a water level sensor that lets you know when you’re running low on water and need to wrap up your shower, and lastly a safety feature that automatically disables the pump if it gets too hot. 

Available in 3 sizes (4 gal, 7 gal, and 10 gal), the Yakima RoadShower is a solar-heated off-grid shower that provides hot pressurized water so you can easily rinse off the mud, sand, and sweat no matter where you are.

Designed with welded aluminum, brass fittings, and a black powder coat finish for better sunlight absorption, the RoadShower comes with a built-in pressure relief valve that tops out pressure at 65 PSI so you can pressurize with a bike pump or an electric compressor pump. 

Simply fill it with water before you leave the house, mount it to the roof of your car, and leave it in the sun so it can heat up. The stick-on thermometer will let you know how hot your water is. This outdoor/camping tool adds luxury to your experience, but it costs a little more too.

Enjoy some of the amenities and comforts from home without the need for plumbing with the Ozark Trail Shower and Changing Shelter. It is both shower and tent.

This portable shower/utility tent is great for those who want a little privacy when showering outdoors. It features 2 rooms, one with a 5-gallon solar-powered portable shower bag and the other one with pouches and a rack so you can store your toiletries, hang your towel and clothes while you shower and then use it as a changing room. 

The walls are coated with silver aluminum, mesh room for ventilation, rainfly, and floor on both sides with the shower floor having a mesh drain.

But the icing on the cake is that you can set the whole thing up in just a few seconds.

Although not suitable for those who travel light, Mr. Heater is a great investment for the avid campers that love the outdoors but still appreciate a few comforts from home like a deluxe shower head. More glamping than roughing it camping.

This stainless steel portable shower system runs on a D-cell battery pump which gives you a runtime of about 40 minutes as well as a propane cylinder that heats up the water instantly thus providing you with a warm and comfortable shower experience.

The shower’s 18,000 BTUs can increase water temperatures by 42°F. And aside from the deluxe shower head, it also comes with a convenient stainless-steel faucet for washing your dishes and making hot beverages. 

Mr. Heater also comes with electronic ignition and a scald protection that stops it from running too hot. 

A smaller, more affordable version with 12,000 BTUs is also available.

Portable outdoor showers with rechargeable batteries allow for more efficient use of time and resources. That’s why the AZXJC Portable Outdoor Shower is a handy piece of camping gear. It comes with a 3.7 V battery that you can recharge via USB charging.

This is a hard plastic camp shower that has a low profile, but won’t be rolled up as easily as bagged shower models. Obviously. It has, thus, some advantages and disadvantages by comparison.

Let’s dive in to see if this outdoor shower can really make your outdoor experience better!